Pioz 30 MG Tablet 10

Medlife

Rs. 73.00Rs. 73.00

Uses :

Pioglitazone is an antidiabetic medicine used to control the blood sugar levels during the treatment of type 2 diabetic patients.

Mode of drug action

Pioglitazone increases the sensitivity of peripheral cells for insulin, thus, increasing the glucose uptake by the cells. It also inhibits the release of glucose from the liver. However, pioglitazone does not cause the release of insulin from pancreas.

• People with severe heart failure, bladder cancer, diabetic ketoacidosis (excess ketones in the blood) should not take Pioz medicine.

• Stop taking Pioz in case of swelling, shortness of breath, or rapid weight gain. This is because Pioz can worsen heart failure.

• If a past allergic reaction has been experienced with pioglitazone, do not take Pioz as there is a high possibility of such reactions to occur again.

• Take additional precautions as suggested by the doctor if conditions such as liver disease, certain heart diseases, fluid retention, or stroke are present.

• This medicine is unsafe for use in patients aged below 18 years.

• Women are more likely to have fractures while using Pioz and should discuss with their doctor for safety measures.

• Pioglitazone may induce menstrual cycles in women who had no or irregular periods earlier. Therefore, a proper birth control measure may be required while using Pioz.

• It is very important to control blood sugar levels in pregnant women. Women who are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or are breastfeeding should take a doctor’s opinion before using Pioz.

What else should I know?

1. How should I take Pioz medicine?
You may take Pioz either with food or before food. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your physician.

2. Can pioglitazone alone control blood sugar?
No. Pioglitazone is a part of treatment for diabetes. It should be combined with a proper diet, physical exercise and weight management to control the sugar levels.

3. How to know if someone had overdose of pioglitazone?
Overdose of pioglitazone produces symptoms such as stomach pain, confusion, severe weakness, blurred vision, and even seizures. If you notice these symptoms, call up for immediate medical help.

4. What is the affect of alcohol while using pioglitazone?
Alcohol consumption further lowers the blood glucose while on pioglitazone medication and should be better avoided.

5. What is the dose of Pioz drug for diabetes management?
The usual dose of Pioz given to control sugar levels in type 2 diabetes is about 15 mg or 30 mg, once daily.